All the information gathered on the FAFSA is to develop an understanding of the household information4 Steps To Financial Aid:ApplyAwardAcceptDisburseAwardAcceptEach student must “Accept” any work study or loan awards they plan to use through their PAWS account.Self-ServiceThird Party AccessAllows Parents to view Student informationParents Cannot Accept Funds1)"Accept” any grants, work study, and loan awards through PAWS account Self-Service feature2)Report Credit Level if less than 12 credits3)Complete a Master Promissory Note & Entrance Loan counseling from Website4)Report any additional funding (i.e. Scholarships)To Ensure On-time Disbursement:Tuition and/or housing is paid first excess cash is mailed